Holly
Certified Tutor
...them, helps them develop self-efficacy, and pushes them to reach their potential. To that end, I adapt my teaching methods to fit the student, and always seek to apply what we're learning to real-world situations. In my spare time, I am an avid reader - books about historical events and education are some of my...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English Literature (Minor in History)
Master of Arts Teaching, Elementary Education
Julie
Certified Tutor
...support the general education teacher to help students with learning challenges to be more successful in their classroom. I graduated from University of Oregon with my undergraduate degree in Sociology and Psychology. I then went to Pacific University for my Masters in Teaching with a Special Education endorsement. I've taught for 10 years now, and...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Sociology
Masters, Education with Special Education Endorsement
Eva
Certified Tutor
...say: "Here, let me tell you this," and have others understand. When I'm not doing homework, I'm working on my personal writing or art projects. I have two dogs that get walked everyday on the trails near my house, and sometimes I even find time for a ride on my road bike or a hike...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Fine Arts, Writing
Amy
Certified Tutor
...their parents incredibly well. I built my long teaching career on the power of positive relationships and it paid great dividends for me, as well as my students. Because I had such strong bonds with students, administration usually gave me students that were considered difficult. I am patient, kind, empathetic, positive, fun and persistent. As...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Education
Michael
Certified Tutor
...about two years now, and currently tutor for a Human Movement/Anatomy course at a local institute. Anatomy and Math are my favorite subject areas to tutor. Both subjects have a number of ways that they can be taught and learned. I find that my grasp on both of these subjects allows me to adapt my...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Kinesiology
Current Grad Student, Doctorate of Occupational Therapy
Carlos Jon Paul
Certified Tutor
...I have an inexhaustible hope that everyone is capable of improvement.My recent career history consists primarily of mental health service and care provider experience, although I plan to one day enter into a career involving teaching or therapy. I would characterize my tutoring style as patient, collaborative, resourceful/creative and optimistic. For fun I enjoy running...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Psychology
Carly
Certified Tutor
...techniques, and through her guidance, I decided to pursue the study of English as my major at SELU. During my time at SELU, I was an active member of the Sigma Tau Delta English Honor Society, serving as Vice President of the campus chapter during my last semester. I was also able to travel as...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English
Masters, Poetry
Emily
Certified Tutor
...Reading/Writing). I LOVE teaching, reading and using rich vocabulary and would LOVE to help students deepen their understanding of the tricky (yet useful) English language. In my free time, I work on my book, spend quality time with my son and our cat and puppy and enjoy reading Oscar Wilde's work. I can't wait to...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Education/Special Education
Masters, Education/ESL
Michael
Certified Tutor
...or an appropriate challenge builds trust through understanding. I use an eclectic array of resources from graphic organizers, to drilling, to practiced editing, to sentence starters, to Cornell Notes.. All are a proven way to help structure learning tasks. Without judgment and a positive can-do frame of mind, we tackle what seems impossible!
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Sociology / Theatre
Masters, Middle School Math and K12 Theater
Michael
Certified Tutor
...got from seeing other people learn pushed me to apply for tutoring and teaching positions shortly after I graduated from Pacific. After graduation, I decided I wanted to pursue a career in medicine but I wanted to work while I got my resume ready for the medical school application process. In the year between graduating...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Chemistry
Current Grad Student, MD
Derek
Certified Tutor
...future navigating a complicated, contemporary marketplace. I utilize student-centered approaches when instructing and when assessing students, working with the student to find what authentic and engaging activities will tap into the student's intrinsic motivation. I am a data-driven instructor who monitors and collects information constantly to ensure that a student is always on track to...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Philosophy
Masters, Master of Arts in Teaching
Jennifer
Certified Tutor
...at the university level. I enjoy learning about other cultures and languages, and I speak basic French. I have also studied Japanese, German, and Spanish. My students have taught me a few words in Russian. When I'm not working, I love to do things outdoors - hiking and walking. I also like to read and...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Humanities- emphasis modern languages (French)
Masters, English: Teaching ESL
Chris
Certified Tutor
...to meet a student where they are academically, then develop a plan of where they want to be and how "we" are going to get the student there! Keep in mind I always think education is a team effort, we all do our part to help students achieve their goals. In many cases some students...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, History/psychology
Masters, Education
Denise
Certified Tutor
...ability to teach in any classroom environment, but make me a well-rounded tutor. My extensive background has given me a deeper knowledge of how to administer educational programs, manage classrooms of all types, coordinate parent nights and connect with the community. In my classroom I have implemented SCIOP and GLAD teaching strategies and use technology...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Family and Community Services
Master of Arts, Elementary School Teaching
Gabriel
Certified Tutor
...LR (which is 50% of your grade). I also have methods to visually represent logic games which I believe is the most learnable, and getting a -0 or -1 is well within anyone's reach. A little about my experience, I have been teaching in Asia on-and-off for about 3 years now. I have taught English...
Education & Certification
Associate in Arts, History
LSAT: 173
Sam Moody
Certified Tutor
...twice and was an active member Phi Sigma Pi Honors Fraternity, where I spent many hours helping my peers with their classes. Since then, I have started my Master of Fine Arts in Writing at Pacific University in Oregon, where I am focusing on Fiction. While I love writing, my true passion is helping children...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Fine Arts, Writing, General
ACT English: 33
Svetlana
Certified Tutor
...ttests, ANOVAs, etc. The tutoring styles that I employed during lab were visual (graphs and pictures), verbal (written and speech explanations on powerpoints), logical (reasoning and formulaic mathematics), and group (students worked in groups for projects); students provided feedback throughout the courses and I modified my strategies and approach. My teaching philosophy is the fundamental...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Master of Science, Applied Psychology
Arig
Certified Tutor
I am a high school biology teacher with a background in science and a Masters in cognitive psychology. I have been tutoring and teaching since I was in high school myself, and deeply enjoy the challenge of figuring out exactly how to help each of my students!
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Masters in Education, Education
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 31
Josie
Certified Tutor
...student studying creative writing, and I have bachelors degrees in creative writing and psychology, with a minor in literature. I currently teach first year expository writing at the Ohio State University, and have taught writing workshops and literature courses in the past. I would love to help with academic writing, or creative works!
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing
Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
Benjamin
Certified Tutor
Hi! My name is Ben Hopwood and I recently graduated from Pacific University with a Bachelors in Journalism. I am so excited to work as a tutor and cannot wait to help guide young minds along their paths to success.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Journalism
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